Door County Day Trips

Overview

This tour is different from other Door County Tours because we offer a comprehensive tour of the county in a one full day trip rather than offering a multitude of smaller tours that only see a small portion of Door County at a time. We offer a box lunch and our vehicle is smaller and carries a third of the travelers that our competitors do, so our tour is more personal. Our vehicle is a late model luxury van which is black in color with privacy glass, raised roof, extended length, and leather seats for everyone. Lots of room, a luxury environment, local guides, personal attention, and customized tours based on group interests. Finally, we pick you up and drop you off. This way you can have a glass of wine and a drink at the distillery without worrying about how you will get back to your lodge.

City: Sturgeon Bay

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $189.00

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $189.00

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What's Included

Bottled water

Lunch

Snacks

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
This tour has a lot of stops and opportunities for walking. Please wear comfortable attire and good walking shoes. Please bring a jacket, Door County can be warm one second and cold the next. Being next to the Lake is beautiful and cold at the same time.

What To Expect

Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal North Pierhead Light

See the working Coast Guard Station located where the Sturgeon Bay Canal meets Lake Michigan. If weather permits, travelers are able to walk through the Base and onto the concrete embankments leading to the Canal Lighthouse. The Canal Lighthouse is distinctive with its deep red color and amazing view of the lake.

Whitefish Dunes State Park

Travelers will walk along the rocky banks of Lake Michigan's Whitefish Bay and witness the amazing sand dunes which are the state park's treasure.

Cave Point County Park

A definite must see in Door County, Cave Point offers amazing views of Lake Michigan from the magnificent rock formations that the caves of Cave Point are carved from. Truly an experience that is different every time you visit. Learn about the Niagra Escarpment and why this county is so darn rocky! Take some pictures with the best natural framing available. Hike down some of the root and rock infested trails to see vent holes and if it's windy, try not to get wet.

Baileys Harbor

Once the seat of Door County, Bailey's Harbor is steep in Door County History. Learn about the founding of Door County and the story of how the Ridge's Sanctuary became a protected treasure. Walk the boardwalk connecting the Bailey's Harbor Range Lights and see the bird cage lighthouse.

Seaquist Orchards Farm Market

This is the heart of Door County Cherry Country and if it's open when we pass by, we won't be passing by. The place to go for anything cherries in Door County, they have a great selection of premade pies, fillings, preserves, and treats ready to eat. Travelers will also get to see some of the orchards that the family maintains.

Ellison Bluff State Natural Area

Travelers will have a scenic drive down a tree canopied road that sneaks back to a little park which is perched on a massive bluff overlooking Green Bay. Visitors can walk down the stepped path to an overlook which is literally perched out on the sheer face of a rather high cliff overlooking the bay as far as you can see. Stunning views and a little thrilling if your brave enough to go out to the main viewpoint for a look. But fear not, there are plenty of great views available from just about everywhere.

Sister Bay

A narrated drive through the popular village of Sister Bay. Home to Scandinavian culture, a beautiful shore front, and quaint little shops.

Ephraim

Along the road snaking through Ephraim we will pull off and take a long look at the amazing view of Eagle Harbor while checking out a local gallery located on the bay.

Peninsula State Park Golf Course

See the recently restored memorial pole which marks the grave of Simon Onanguisse Kahquados, the last Chief of the Potawatomi.

Eagle Bluff Lighthouse

We will stop at the lighthouse no matter what. However, if you wish to go in and walk around, there is a small fee which is not included in our day trip; see exclusions. Viewing the lighthouse from the outside is free and you are able to get right up to it. There are also some great views of the bay from outside the lighthouse.

Peninsula State Park

Peninsula State Park is another Door County Must See. Travelers will be driven down the beautifully tree canopied roadways that twist through the park. The main stops in the park will be the Eagle Tower, Sven's Bluff, and the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse. There may be other smaller stops and excursions depending on group interests.

Fish Creek

Take in Fish Creek which was voted by Forbes to be one of the 15 prettiest small towns in the country. See the original Founder's Square, visit the harbor and Sunset Beach. Drive along Millionaire's Row and see the best place to have breakfast in America according to Good Morning America.

Egg Harbor

Stop by the harbor and see the iconic directional sign while taking in views of the harbor from the long walking pier. In town one will find food, distilleries, shops galore, the original Cupula House built by the founder Levi Thorp, a Native American Museum which was home to Chief Roy Oshkosh, the last Chief of the Menominee people. Finally before we leave, at the top of the hill on the edge of the village is a winery.

George K. Pinney County Park

A stop at the George K. Pinney County Park to view the Sherwood Point Lighthouse which sits directly across the Sturgeon Bay Canal on an island.

Sturgeon Bay

As we enter Sturgeon Bay, travelers will see the Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding Company and any ships that are currently being built, repaired, or waiting in dock. Hear about the local shipbuilding history of the city and across both of the draw bridges spanning the canal downtown. To cap it off, check out the best main (Third) street of shops anywhere in Door County while also seeing galleries, and places to eat and drink.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (28)

garymC4082MA

Jun 2022

Our guide, Scott, took us to places and local faves we would not known about. Beautiful scenery and towns. Do this 1st day

188saharah

Jun 2022

The best way to see the real Door County in one incredible day. Scott, our guide was fun, personable and in the know about everything you need to see in Door County!

margaretmQ8065AB

Jun 2022

We did a day long excursion with Door County Day Trips yesterday. Scott led the trip with 6 of us on board in a very comfortable air conditioned van. We were a diverse group with different needs and interests, but ended up getting along very well. Scott did a fabulous job - he spontaneously designed the tour to meet all our various interests and needs. We saw all of Door County accompanied by Scott's detailed and humorous explanations. He showed us sights we never would have seen had we been exploring on our own. It sounds like Scott's knowledge of the area and the history, came as a result of his growing up in Door County. Scott works as a special education teacher during the school year. Perhaps that was the reason he was able to be so clear in his explanations and patient and kind while while managing a group of individuals with different interests. Not only was the tour a delightful way to spend the day, it was a great way for my husband and I to start our visit here - helped us clarify our priorities for the rest of our stay. Door County Day trips is unique and a very useful service for those planning to explore this beautiful area. Forgot to mention, the tour also included a stop with a delicious lunch.